Programs & Services

Core Programs


Boys & Girls Clubprovide diverse activities to meet the interests of all youth. The idea is to engage young people in activities with adults, peers, and family members to develop the confidence and self-esteem that will enable them to reach their full potential.

National programs are available in the areas of education, the environment, health, the arts, careers, alcohol/drug and pregnancy prevention, gang prevention, leadership development and athletics. Based on physical, emotional, cultural, and social needs and interests of girls and boys, the Boys & Girls Club of Volusia and Flagler Counties offers program activities in a few very important areas:














Character & Leadership Development

Helping youth members become responsible and caring citizens. Empowers youth to support and influence their Club and community, to sustain meaningful relationships with others, to develop a positive self-image, to participate in the democratic process, and to respect their own and others' cultural identities. You can learn more about the National program/s here.

 

Education & Career Development

Helps youth members create aspirations for the future, providing opportunities for career exploration and educational enhancement. Enables youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, to apply learning to everyday situations, and to embrace technology to achieve success in a career. You can learn more about the National program/s here.


Health & Live Skills

Helps youth members achieve and maintain healthy and active lifestyles. Develops young people's capacity to engage in positive behaviors that nurture their own well-being, to set personal goals, and to live as self-sufficient adults. You can learn more about the National program/s here.


The Arts

Helps young people enhance self-expression and creativity, and to develop multicultural appreciation. Enables youth members to develop their artistic identities and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of the visual arts, crafts, performing arts, and creative writing. You can learn more about the National program/s here.


Sports, Fitness, & Recreation

Helps youth members develop fitness, a positive use of leisure time, reduction of stress, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment, and social & interpersonal skills.You can learn more about the National program/s here.